The Shuttle Driver is responsible for safely transporting passengers to their destinations while providing exceptional customer service. This role involves following scheduled routes, ensuring passenger safety, maintaining a clean and operational vehicle, and adhering to traffic and safety regulations.
Terms of Employment: On-Call, as needed
Position Criteria:
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Valid Iowa driver’s license, required
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Class D (chauffeur) license with the "3" (passenger) endorsement, required
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School Bus Driver Authorization, may obtain after hire
Performance Criteria:
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Operate the bus safely and responsibly on assigned routes, following local, state and federal laws and regulations and organizational policies.
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Follow designated routes accurately, in accordance with time schedules and stops.
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Perform routine operator maintenance to including but not limited to: pre/post inspections, sweeping interior, wiping upholstery, cleaning windshields, reporting equipment defects and presenting bus for maintenance.
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Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment. Report any mechanical issues to the operations department.
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Greet and assist passengers withholding and uploading including those with special needs (e.g. wheelchair users in boarding and exiting the bus)
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Maintain a friendly, approachable attitude and respond to passenger inquiries in a polite manner.
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Enforce passenger safety rules, including the use of seatbelts (if applicable) and the restriction of unsafe behavior.
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Maintain appropriate student behavior on the bus and report policy infractions as appropriate.
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Adjust routes based on traffic conditions, weather, or emergency detours, and inform passengers of any significant changes.
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Communicate with dispatch or supervisors regarding route changes, delays, or any incidents.
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Monitor passengers to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
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Keep and handle all student information in a confidential manner.
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Handle emergency situations appropriately and calmly, including assisting passengers in the event of an accident or other incidents.
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Complete and maintain accurate records, including mileage logs, incident reports, and time sheets.
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Report accidents, traffic violations, or other safety-related incidents to supervisors.
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Participate in & complete all training pertaining to the job.
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Assist operations department as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
